Website Red Bridge
Red Bridge Description
Red Bridge is an independent K-8 school that opened in September 2020 in San Francisco. Red Bridge was founded as a demonstration school for a new model of education designed to foster a sense of agency in students as the foundation for academic and life success. Student ownership is built into every system and structure of the school, so that students gradually take on more responsibility for their learning. This puts every student on the path to becoming a lifelong learner – so that no matter what the future looks like, they have the capacity to adapt and flourish. Red Bridge strives to have a student body that reflects the diversity of our community in San Francisco. Our mission, location and individualized tuition model all support this goal. We believe that a diverse learning community is a necessary part of a high-quality education. We aim to have a faculty that reflects this diversity as well. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Teachers at Red Bridge are models learning experiences for students, closely observing children’s development and needs, creating and reflecting on innovative routines and systems. Red Bridge currently serves students in the equivalent of Kindergarten – Fourth Grade. We will continue to grow and age-up with our student body until we are a full K-8 school.
Position Overview
The Humanities Specialist is responsible for curriculum development and small-group
instruction related to Reading, Writing and Critical Thinking & World Studies. Red Bridge does not group students by grade level, but by Autonomy Level. Students attend small group lessons in academic areas based on ability rather than grade level. The Humanities Specialist will meet with students who are at similar levels of ability or interest in reading and writing. Critical Thinking & World Studies happens in Autonomy Level cohorts. In the 2023 – 2024 school year, this position will work with 5- to 10-year-olds of varying abilities. The Humanities Specialist will work with up to sixteen students at a time. In addition to small-group instruction, responsibilities
include student supervision, parent communication, library maintenance, student assessment and feedback, one-on-one student support and intervention planning as needed. The Humanities Specialist will be responsible for creating new resources and routines, and revising them as needed. This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of School.
Qualifications
Experience
Ideal candidates will have:
• experience working with similar-age students in or out of a school setting
• Degree in a relevant field (English, History, Child Psychology, Elementary Education, Child Development, etc.)
• experience working with students with diverse needs and from diverse backgrounds
• understanding of child development and developmental milestones
• a desire to work in the field of education long-term
Mindset
Ideal candidates will believe:
• in high expectations for all students, and have the ability to recognize excellence
• that collaboration yields better results
• that the role of the teacher is not to get students to listen, but to get students to think
• that thoughtful feedback is welcome and helpful for personal development
• that planning and preparation are key to reaching lofty goals
Work habits
Ideal candidates will consistently:
• address issues proactively
• take on a variety of tasks flexibly, as necessitated in the school’s early years
• act with intention in order for students to learn from your deeds and thought process
• demonstrate authentic enthusiasm for intellectual inquiry
• model lifelong learning
• work to create a culture of belonging for students, parents and colleagues
Start Date
Summer 2023 (for the 2023-2024 school year)
What We Offer
Opportunity to be part of an early-stage team of motivated, intentional, life-long learners
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Health and dental benefits
Stipend for lifelong learning
401k
Meaningful opportunities for professional development
Opportunity to have a broader impact on the field of education